$25 dollars for each car. Very popular and crowded, but has lots of space and a long strip of sandy beach to accommodate almost everybody.

I love this beach. They've got everything you expect of a privately run operation. The trustees do an excellent job with daily upkeep of the premises. You must order a "day pass" online "The Trustees of Reservations at Crane Beach" website where you can see in and off season rates and availability. Plenty of parking. Changing rooms with bathrooms, no flush composting toilets, and plenty of sinks with always full soap dispensers and multiple hands driers. Changing stalls are convenient so you can easily put on sun tan lotion properly everywhere and change into your swimsuit privately. They also have multiple outdoor shower head wash stations for after your day is done you can get that clammy beachy feel off of your body (would advise to bring some body wash as that helps to have a quick sudsy clean). They have a shop to commemorate your day at the beach with t-shirts, hoodies, and such like. They also have a place to eat if you don't come pre-prepared with food. There are miles of sand dune trails with the trailhead marker in the back right corner (as you come in at your 4 o'clock, roughly) of the main parking lot to access them all. Be prepared and pace yourself as a few miles will feel like more due to the nature of sand, and there are some tough trails that will leave you huffing and puffing if you try to run them for any length of time.

Pretty big beach, shallow beach, calm waters, life guards, need parking pass!

We drove for 3 hours and the manger didn’t allowed us to get in because it was full and no exceptions… this was my first time ever, I wasn’t aware that you need to buy a ticket a head of time… I wish people were nicer at the gate …. however the land around was beautiful such as Caste Hill House Great House… highly recommended it… the workers were much better and friendly…

Huge beach with fine sand. Ample parking available. Water is clear but a bit cold (came in mid June). Great for me but my girlfriend only went in and out. Parking requires prior reservation and is not cheap on weekends ($40) but overall well worth it

It is one of the best beaches in New England. I have come here a few times with my family already, and we always have a great time. The water was a bit chilly today, but the views are picturesque, and the sand is perfect for making sandcastles.

This is one of my favorite beaches! From the scenic drive into the area, you will find a huge parking lot. The parking is by reservation only, so you must plan ahead. There are very clean restrooms, changing areas, and outdoor showers. There is a snack Shack where you can even order ahead to save time. The store offers all the things you may have forgotten like sunscreens, pails and shovels, towels as well as novelty items such as Crane Beach clothing, gear and even lovely created lotions an scents that will remind you of the beach every time you wear them! The walk to the beach is a bit long, but the mats through the dunes make it quite easy to get your carts to the sand. Once you are on the sand, you will feel it it very soft! The lifeguard tower serves as a nice reference point for choosing your spot. There is also an ATV that will shuttle the disabled, limited mobility, and elderly, so an extra 5-Stars for being accessible to everyone! The expansive beach has plenty of room for swimming, boogie boarding, and walking the shore to collect sea treasures. The waves and the shore slope are gentle, so getting in and out of the water is not a chore. Highly recommended and is almost always on the Best Beaches of New England list!

The Crane Estate is one of the most breathtaking locations I’ve ever photographed. I recently captured an engagement session here, and it truly felt like stepping into a European estate without ever leaving New England. The sweeping views, the grand architecture, and the rolling lawns leading down to the ocean create the most romantic atmosphere. Every corner of the property offers a new backdrop—whether it’s the mansion, the gardens, or the dramatic ocean views. My couple absolutely loved their photos here, and it’s easy to see why this estate is such a dream setting for both weddings and portraits. If you’re looking for a venue that feels elegant, timeless, and cinematic, Crane Estate is perfection.

I cannot emphasize enough that you should wear comfy shoes, bring water, and take your time. The name should give it away but if you’re not from the area (like me) you wouldn’t know that the estate is really built on a HUGE hill. Several hills actually. It is not for the weak if you choose to see more than the house😅 Just wow 🤩 the views, the architecture, the history, and stunning landscape. You could spend the entire day here exploring or having a picnic. It has some amazing spots for a special occasion or proposal 😍. It was only $10 to get in per car unless you are a trustee. If it’s open (which it was!) you can explore the first floor of the 59 room estate. You can see the upper floor(floors) for an additional fee. We will definitely be going back to do the whole tour but we ran out of time that day. So I’m not sure what the price is for the whole house tour. But to walk/hike the grounds is just the $10 per car. There are some tables and chairs so you can sit and enjoy the scenery. There is a little gift shop with 20s everything you could imagine 🤩 very pricey but that’s to be expected. Definitely worth the trip to explore some beautiful scenery and to see a piece of history.

We had seen this on a TV show and knew we wanted to visit it. This estate has beautiful views of land and water. We came close to the building closing time but had enough time to do a quick self tour. Once the building closed, we were still able to walk on the grounds. The scenery is beautiful and a fun stop to make when in this area!

Beautiful estate, very neat place and love the history. We highly recommend you plan to get there for one of their tour times. The tour takes you to parts of the estate that regular guests can’t see. Definitely worth it and the staff were great and made the experience fun. We spent 3 hrs here and loved every minute of it.

Lovely grounds, but a cautionary tale about the falsehood of handicapped accessibility. I went today expecting I could easily push my way up a wheelchair ramp into the front doors to visit a beautiful home and gardens. Unfortunately, that's not the case. The gravel driveway is the worst for wheelchairs, walkers, canes, strollers, and any other mobility aid. You have to cross a very narrow stone path to the back across grass that's slick, then go over a large concrete lip to the backyard, where there's a narrow, non-permanent wheelchair ramp. Forget about seeing anything else on the grounds. Although the scenery is stunning, it’s definitely not accessible for disabled folks or tiny children in strollers with ease. I'm disappointed because it says 'accessible' on their webpage. They do have portable toilets, which might be fine for able-bodied people, but not for disabled folks like me. To their credit, the woman on duty (though I don’t know her exact position) was so embarrassed by the lack of access for disabled visitors that she told me they’ve petitioned to install a safe ramp. Unfortunately, it has fallen on deaf ears with the trust committee. Still, it's a beautiful place, and that doesn't change the fascinating history. The size is phenomenal, and I truly appreciated what I saw. Entrance fees are nominal.

What a beautiful place to visit! Take the time to take the tour. The host are knowledgeable and answers all your questions. This is a gem! Don’t forget to take a walk on the gorgeous beach! We spent three hours there! Bathrooms are a available and very clean. They have a great gift shop too!

garden #13 24AUG2025 the crane estate is fantastic, especially castle hill - easily 5 stars. panoramic views from the mansion to the ocean, beach, estuaries are delicious eye-candy. so why just 3-stars? because of the rubric used to rate the GARDENS in 4 characteristics, then averaging the four... The historic Italianate and rose gardens are both beautiful with great hardscaping (tho some century-old concrete is spalling). the allee has no peer, 100' (30m) wide lawn between tree-hedges rolling down the hill from the mansion toward the beach 1/2mile (3/4km) away. A-Scale: 5. wow, the setting of the mansion on top of the hill, gardens off one side of the building and the allee immediately behind the mansions entrance court. the allee is extraordinary. the italianate and rose gardens have large masonry and wooden structures framing the plantings. B- Art: 5. italianate and rose garden plant beds full of interesting plant combinations. pleasing colors, textures, sizes and scents (alyssum and clethra today). both are sunk into side of hill below mansion with extensive masonry. the vista through entrance hall of mansion down the allee to the ocean is singular, can never be duplicated. must-see. C- Unique Specimens/Collections: 2. many interesting plants, but no evidence of distinction. D- Labels/information: 1. none. composite score= 3.25 castle hill is much better than 3 stars... damnable rubric!!

We stopped by to pick berries. The farm has many animals and is open to visitors. There is a local shop and a tasting room where you can try local drinks. Berry picking was fun. Afterwards we visited the animals and sampled the local drinks along with an apple cider donut. The donut was tasty but the drinks were not to our taste. The pesto sauce sold in the store was delicious and a bit expensive. I also recommend using insect repellent

Ambiance: Market-style store selling a variety of their own goods. There's fresh apples, baked items, fruit wine, and ice cream. Activities: Wine flights, a small pumpkin patch, and of course the apple fields where you can pick your own. Apple Donuts: Incredible! Fun to watch them made fresh, though I wish they came out warm. The sugar and cinnamon is in the inside rather than outside! Strong cinnamon flavor, not overly sweet. Apple Roll-Up: Warm and delicious, just like an apple pie in roll-up form with fresh apples and cinnamon. Apple Cider: The best! Fresh, slightly tart, mostly sweet, and so refreshing. Pure apple flavor.

I always enjoy stopping here when visiting my family. It reminds me of visits here when I was a kid. I miss the donuts straight out of the oven though. Check them out for local produce and other products!

Russell’s is a must-visit for everything Fall! From pumping out delicious, fresh apple cider donuts to apple picking and farm animals, to a bustling farm store with everything and more, it has something for everyone! They also have an extensive wine section and tastings, and their baked goods looked amazing too, definitely can get crowded but it’s popular for very good reason!

Beautiful farm but how can you charge $12.95 for a gallon of apple cider?! I didn't see any prices. Checked out at the stand outside. Wondered why it was so expensive. Get to the car and look at my receipt. $12.95 for apple cider!!!! Crazy.

I loved this place! Went today for a girls outing/ fall day. The country store was a delight (I spent too much lol). Kathleen who helped us next to the tractor rides was the absolutely nicest person. We loved today! PS the best apple cider donuts I have ever had.

Very cool farm with large pick your own apple field. Cider is top notch!

Took my daughter for her 7th birthday today and I was so nervous because it was cold and rainy but it was actually really good. We were informed that wolves actually prefer the colder weather so we'll see them actually active versus in the summer where they just wanna sleep. Most of the presentation was under a covered pavilion so we didn't have to deal with the rain too much which was nice too. My daughter asked some questions and got really thorough responses and even got to help lead into a howl.

We went to a 10am presentation. The weather was cooler and rainy. This was in our favor, they were all out and active, where during warmer weather they aren’t. They had us under cover for the entire presentation and they did a fantastic job. They answered everyone’s questions. We learned about wolf behavior, history, what they eat and how they communicate with each other. I personally enjoyed watching their pack dynamic. It was a great hour and a half.

Wolf Hollow is a dream come true!!! It was awesome to get close to wolves and learn about them at a public presentation + Q&A. Very happy that we could do this while supporting a nonprofit that prioritizes an ethical approach to wolf husbandry above all else. Glad we caught the wolves on a cool day as they were so active. Thank you Wolf Hollow and your awesome staff!!! :)))

We visited Wolf Hollow this weekend, and it was an incredible experience. If you live in the Northeast—or are just visiting—this is a place you’ll want to add to your itinerary. The kids were just as engaged as the adults, not only because the content was fascinating, but also thanks to Zee Soffron’s passion for conservation and his engaging approach to education. He made our visit fun while deepening our understanding of these majestic creatures and reminding us how important it is to champion for their protection and be good stewards of the natural world! Thank you Zee and Wolf Hollow-Team!

Went for the first time. Staff was very kind and clearly passionate about caring for the wolves. The wolves were wonderful to watch and I was grateful to get to witness a piece of their day. Highly recommend!

We really enjoyed the visit. I learned so much! The wolves were beautiful and their keepers were so friendly and patient and answered all our questions. A great experience. We might come back in the winter when the wolves have their fluffy coats and are enjoying the cold!

Loved! Great educational experience. Beautiful well-taken care of wolves. Gaia the wolf dog hybrid & Linnea seem to be so sweet based on viewing her with one of the caretakers

Fantastic artisanship. Don't let the small size of the tasting room fool you. This guys are legit and their meads are delicious. Viking Victory had been my favorite for a while but after todays flight it has moved down to third or fourth place behind Hatchet Hannah, Blueberry Cream and Strhuberry. The Mead Master who I caught working on a new batch also served me and was really helpful and knowledgeable. It's always a treat when I come in.

Not what we expected size-wise (we were thinking it would be in a bigger building), but great things do come in small packages! It's cute and cozy, making it a great spot for a casual drop-in if you fancy a flight or two 😄 All puns aside, it was a great visit. The owners were on site, ensuring guests were satisfied and helpful with selecting meads that matched what the customer taste preference was. My partner and friends loved the mead flight as it has a broad spectrum from dry to sweet. Sampling was definitely encouraged, especially for people coming in not knowing what mead is. Prices are fair - flight, glasses, bottle. We even found a couple of off-season flavors in their gift shoppe and had a blast trying to pick which bottles to take home. If you are looking for something different that hits that sweet spot, this is the place you're looking for!

"What's Mead?" you ask. That was my first question too. In simple terms, it’s honey wine. Not knowing what it is adds to the enigma and the satisfaction of discovering a whole new type of wine. 1634 Meadery is a hidden gem with a cozy, neighborhood-bar vibe that makes you feel right at home. The staff—and the owner—are some of the nicest people you will ever meet. We started with a sampler, which gave us the chance to try their most popular meads along with a few seasonal specialties. Each pour was unique and delicious. When we were undecided about what to purchase, the bartender went above and beyond, generously offering a few extra samples to help us choose. That level of hospitality is rare and truly appreciated. If you are ever driving through Ipswich, do not miss this place. Whether you’re a mead enthusiast or just curious, 1634 Meadery is an experience worth savoring.

We stumbled on this place, which was serving flights of mead. I didn’t think I liked mead, but have not changed my mind. We especially liked the honey-only “Wench” and cloves/cinammon flavored “Viking”. We ended up buying a couple of bottles for special occasions. The server was really well-informed, down to earth and helpful. What a fun little place.

Stopped by for an afternoon tasting after discovering 1634 at a local concert event. It was a beautiful spring day to sit out under the awnings provided, and Matt was prompt in welcoming our group and presenting our tasting options. We decided to try the flights for $12 which included a 6 sample variety. Matt was thorough and explained our flights with great detail, which we appreciated! We all enjoyed the samples and had a tough time choosing our favorites. We also met the owner, Dan, who was friendly and happy to share his passion, answer our questions, and told us more about their operation. Both Matt and Dan were gracious hosts and made our afternoon enjoyable! They also have a small bar inside for tastings year round. We all left with a bottle to bring home, and would certainly return. Highly recommend stopping by for a tasting and to pick up a bottle of their many offerings!

What a fantastic place! We really enjoy the historical charm of the tasting room. The staff is very knowledgeable and shares a variety of details about each type of mead. The meads are absolutely delicious, and there is a wide variety to satisfy all taste buds! We visit often and always enjoy the atmosphere, mead, and the company.

We had an amazing time here! We went on a Sunday afternoon in July and it was quiet, so we had the chance to talk for a long while with one of the staff. They were so kind and answered our questions about their mead and the process of making it. The tasting flight was a great way to taste 6 of their current meads and get a sense of the difference flavor profiles. Definitely needs to be on your list of stops in Ipswich, MA!

I have visited Appleton Farms twice and enjoyed both visits. This is a good walk for those who enjoy a variety of trail types, whether you want to see the animals as a family or take a long trek through the pasture. Trails are general flat, well-maintained, and well-marked. However, the map is not always accurate. I found one path flooded over, causing one of my walks to become unexpectedly long. An area of picnics is available, along with public bathrooms.

Unbelievably beautiful place to go for a walk, hike, or trail run. We got 6 miles in and there were plenty of trails we didn't explore. The farm store had a lovely selection and it was so fun to say hi to some of the animals.

Our first visit to this vast and beautiful farm. After a hay ride we enjoyed the tasty wood fired pizza 🍕 and walk down to the farm stand...sadly it was closed at 4 pm on Sunday. We can't wait to come back for Octoberfest.🌞

Beautiful farm with lots of trails & features to check out!

Nice month (August) to visit the farm. Lots of vegetables, plants and flowers to observe.

Fantastic pumpkins and wonderful apple orchard. Delicious cider and WoW hot doughnuts! Great for kids too.

Just wanted to personally thank appleton fakers.... I'm sry. "Farms" For having the heart to include 1 strip of real pork belly bacon. In my $10 package of brine injected pork shoulder disguised as gourmet thick cut BACON. I bought this specifically for bacon gravy but I unfortunately it was just a waste of money. I don't get the amazing salty bacon or it's rendered fat. I got pork shoulder fakery disguised as bacon. Which I'll probably just throw away. Because I'm not clogging my arteries for fake BS bacon. Which should be illegal. It's not the cut I believed i was buying. Typical bait and switch. I was today years old when I discovered this is a normal deception practice used by butchers. Thanks for ruining my breakfasts. (for the week.) and wasting my money in an economy where nobody can afford to lose a penny.

I love this beautiful farm store! This trip we purchased a dynamite pie. BIG MISTAKE! We should have bought TWO!! This is seriously the freshest, most delicious pie in memory! My goodness. Looks as though we'll be returning tomorrow for another.

We booked a hayride to a bonfire / smores and had a perfect night! Mike Marini drove the tractor for the hayride and his buddy, Jim, stayed out in the field with us to replace firewood and to help us with anything else that we needed. I highly recommend booking this!! This also included the corn maze but it was too chilly out for us. Both guys had great personalities and were genuinely happy to help us and happy that we were there. I wouldn't have chanced a thing!

Amazing weather for a perfect day at this farm! Visiting from New Jersey and it was a ton of fun for kids and adults! Price is extremely reasonable for everything you get unlimited! Several areas for kids to play in including: slides, corn mazes, pirate ship, tractor pulled train, a big jumping trampoline, and more! We rode the hay ride and there were several characters; spiders man, Goofy, Gru and tons more giving candy to the kids to put in the goodie bags they provide!

The kids had fun yes, but this was crazy expensive. We paid $80 for our family of 4 . $19.99 per person is crazy. Most places similar that we have been to charge per CHILD, not for the adults. . My husband I just sat and watched my child play for about an hour, while my toddler napped in stroller . They should only be charging for the children in my opinion, not the adults. Its literally all kid stuff. We live right in Ipswich and its a shame that my family cannot afford this. :(

A great spot for fresh baked goods and family-friendly activities. They have a nice variety of desserts, especially pies and cookies. The place is fun for a day out, but I wish there were more staff around to help with questions. Overall, it’s a solid choice for some good treats and a family visit.

Great place for kids and families. Tons of slides and activities. My only comment is that the $20 per person entry is a bit steep but nonetheless they do a great job.

Thank you so much, Mike, for donating the five pumpkins for my son's classroom. I called so many places, and your staff from Marini Farm Stand was the only one that not only called me back, but actually offered to help out with no questions asked. The kids were so happy they got to paint them and take them home for Halloween.

We came for lunch on a rainy Sunday afternoon. The decor is typical brewery; Edison lights, some high tops, some low tops, lots of wood, you get the idea. Our server came right over for a drink order. I had a lemon blueberry shandy and then a raspberry berry sour. Both beers were good, but nothing special. I enjoyed that the raspberry wasn’t too sour. We started with a poutine appetizer which was delicious, and entrees included a burger, a fish sandwich, and a Korean bowl. No complaints. My fish sandwich was really good, and the tater tots were perfectly crispy. The server didn’t write anything down, and got everything right, very impressive! We will definitely go back.

Ipswich Ale Brewery in Ipswich, MA for a flight+ & a pint of some delicious New England suds. This was my first trip here so I was like a kid in a candy store except there was no candy, just a bunch of craft beer. I hadn't tried anything from these guys either, but saw they were only 45min from where I moved recently so I figured I'd make the trip. I had no idea that they had been in operation since 1991, making them the Massachusetts North Shores oldest brewery. They have a bunch of different styles, with ales seemingly being the main focus, but I figured I would try as many as I could. This job is hard, but somebody has to do it. 🍻🍻🔥💪☘ The first taster in my flight of four was the AMERICAN LAGER that I personally thought was excellent & a above average lager for sure. My second 4oz taster was the IPSWICH PILSNER that was another good light offering from these guys. Definitely off to a good start beer wise here so far. The third taster was the BLUEBERRY SHANDY that was just okay, but I'm not big into shandy's or radler's, I may just need to find the right one. The last 4oz I scooped was the CRANBERRY BERET Fruited Sour which was a average sour, I enjoyed it more than the shandy though. I then grabbed a pint of the flagship IPA simply named IPA, a above average delicious offering as far as American IPAs go. I finished off my visit with another 4oz taster of the HELLBOUND Barleywine, a yummy barleywine packed with tons of flavor & notes raisins & caramel. 🍻🍺🔥☘☘ I got a cheeseburger for lunch with tots (one of my many weaknesses) as a side to soak up the beer. The burger was good, but nothing crazy that I would go out of my way for again if I returned to the area. All the usual seating options with a big bar, hightops, tables & patio. The bartender was super friendly & sociable letting us know what was most popular beers were & the beers he personally liked himself. Plenty of beer to go as well for home or tastings with friends. Well worth checking out if you're in the area, they have a style of beer for everyone. 🍻🍻🔥☘✌♥️🍺 BEERGASM RATING - 69/90 🍻🍻🍻🔥🔥🔥🍆🍆🍆💦💦💦🏆☘✌♥️🍺 #wildweekend #craftbeer #supportlocal #beerstagram #BeerGoals #untappd #NewHampshire #newengland #newhampshireeats #beer #brewery #brewerylife #bartender #nhbrewed #nhbrewery #food #foodporn #beergasm #foodgasm #drinklocal #eatlocal #burgers #Massachusetts

My Boston native friend Janelle and New Yorker native me enjoyed the experience at the Ipswich Ale Brewery. Staff are friendly, beer selections are great, and we had a great time tasting beer flight with hearty sandwiches on Sat afternoon. (My fried chicken sandwich was a bit overcooked, but it's ok.) The bar counter is nice and interesting with an old fashioned car inside. There's outdoor seating available, too! This place is very relaxing and good for couples/friends/families!!

We've been relying on the Ipswich Ale Tapmobile for years to bring delicious beer to our annual summer party, and they always deliver an outstanding experience! This year, for our approximately 100 guests, we served three fantastic types of beer: Blueberry Shandy, American Lager, and RT 101 WC IPA. All three were a huge hit, and the quality of the beer is consistently wonderful – everyone always raves about the options. Our bartender this year, Cheryl, was absolutely great. She was incredibly friendly, kind, and handled our lively crowd with ease. She was even kind enough to take photos of us upon request, so we could remember that wonderful day! We were also thrilled that our neighbors, who happened to own corny kegs, were able to take home the leftover beer, which was a fantastic bonus! We highly recommend the Ipswich Ale Tapmobile to anyone looking to elevate their party with delicious craft beer and excellent service.

Beautiful night out on the deck with our puppies. Food came out quick, friendly, attentive servers. Menu is diverse with a few gluten-free and generally healthy options. Everything we ordered was delicious. Those tater tots were perfectly crunchy. Tried a new beer and was not disappointed.

Very cute place. The ac works really well. We got the Thanksgiving egg rolls and they were delish. The brewers burrito was good but he chicken was a bit dry and stringy. Tater tots crunch was on point. I enjoyed the blueberry shandy too! The waitstaff was great.

Awesome fries. Nice spot. My nashy chicken sandwich was pretty darn good. I'd go back.

Scott’s the man (great tour guide!) I was given an information rich tour of the 2 buildings across the street. My experience could not have been better and, as a newer north shore resident, I loved learning so much about the incredible historical events that took place in Ipswich. Ps. It took a 20 min scavenger hunt and an ask a friend at the Ipswitch library, but I found the devils footprint!!

If you are a fan of quaint small historical town museums….this is a gem. Bob, one of the volunteers working the entrance, is a a local treasure to speak with. If you are up in The Swich on a weekend afternoon and get rained off the beach….visit this fantastic little museum….and support the magnificent history of this town. Ipswich is far more than beaches. Do yourself a favor and explore the history. Fun fact, Ipswich was a town 150 years before America was a nation & almost 250 years before Texas was even heard of.

Presenters have strong knowledge based and share stories . You are free to walk around some, and the guide described a lot of details you would not get from the placards or Google. I recommend some time to wander and read, it's not everyday you see a four hundred plus year old home

Was here a week ago and it's truly a must see. Staff was very knowledgeable and helpful. Includes the earliest, best preserved home in America from c.1677, the Whipple House. Well done!

I came to Ipswich because, like many others, I could trace my roots to the early settlers. I stumbled into this museum hoping for a glimpse of what my ancestors experienced. I got far more than that! The staff were incredibly knowledgeable and so eager to share. They explained things in a way that was easy to follow and understand and were open to answering all the questions I had. They were welcoming and kind and so helpful. They even helped me pinpoint where my ancestors lived and gave me directions to find them. I took the tour of the homes and it was a profound experience to feel that close to my past. I would highly recommend the museum and tour for anyone remotely interested in learning more about the history of Ipswich. If Bob is there, ask him about the architecture and Bill can tell you about their lifestyles. It truly is fascinating.

Very knowledgeable and helpful staff! We learned more about our ancestors, very interesting!

Wonderful personal tour of the Whipple House. Thank you!! Learned so much!

Stopped in on Saturday to try some rum and check out the place. They've truly pulled out all the stops. The tasting room is really nice with a large sail boat turned into the bar. The staff was just wonderful and did a great job taking us through the tasting. Plan ahead if you want to take a tour. You can book that on their web site. The rum we had was outstanding and we left with a bottle and a plan to take friends back for a tour in the near future. Highly recommend you check the place out.

An absolute treasure. Some of the best rums around, remarkable for being so young. The Navy Yard and the queens share are outstanding. Seek out their limited releases, typically hand picked barrels that really shined. Their head distiller Maggie is also delightful. Do yourself a favor and set up a tour!

Great local distillery. If you are serious about rum, they make some of the best around. Not around the North Shore but around the world. The people here are both very friendly and exceptional at their craft. People on rum forums are jealous of us who can purchase it here in Mass. If you get a chance to go to a Distiller's Drawer event do not pass it up.

Both the Amber and Navy Yard rums impress, but for different reasons. The Amber is the best tasting rum I've ever had (I've had a few). The Navy Yard has the taste, and body, to be the standout in a dark and stormy, reminding that the drink is about the spirits in it.

The finest rum in the world. Tour guides are themselves experts on all things about the history of rum, the fabrication process and the current rum market. Blown away by how informative and how impressive this company and its employees are.

Privateer is doing an exceptional job--they take their time with the distilling process, and their products speak for themselves. I would highly suggest taking a tasting tour of their factory; you'll wonder why you ever put up with rum that was anything lesser.

I thought I knew about rum, but this tour was an education, Got to taste some exquisite rums and went home with a bottle of Navy Yard. Great way to spend and hour and a bit.

Nice Trustees reservation. There is a loop style path that goes around the perimeter of the farm. There are lots of wild flowers and the farm is adjacent to the marsh created by the Ipswich River.

The 216-acre property contains a short, g-shaped walking trail and a pair of historic houses. Greenwood Farm is open from dawn to dusk every day of the year. An unpaved lot provides plenty of parking. The lower portion of the trail can be slightly soggy after a long rain, so wear boots if you dislike damp socks.

Nice place for a stroll and some marsh views.

Nice short trail for a walk with a dog.

See the salt box all others are measured by or defy death on the antique stream crossings. Dog friendly.

Tasty little jaunt. Beware tick season! Beautiful scenery.

Always see deer!

Love this beach, it's clean and not rocky, sand is fine sand and the waves are great for body surfing. Not a lot of parking so you need to get there early if you want a spot to park. Great place to chill with the family and have a fun day at the beach.

We have been coming here for the past three years with our young children. It is the perfect size beach with soft sand and calm waters for families. There is a sandbar 40ft out and the deepest it gets from the edge to the sandbar is maybe 1.5ft. My young kids now 3, 4, & 6 can splash and play in the water with almost no riptide and the tiniest of waves. The only downside is there isn't much parking so plan to be there early unless you don't mind a little walk on a gravel road. There is a porta potty but no changing rooms or rinsing stations. Not a big deal since the sand brushes off easily when dry. It costs $5 to park and there is a pay station at the beach entrance. Definitely recommend Sandy Point Beach and will continue to come here.

Stunning beach with a large salt marsh and trails. Peaceful and uncrowded, even on July 4th! Clean, clear water. Soft sand. There were areas with medium sized rocks (where I saw a few people fishing), and then areas with no rocks or shells whatsoever. Limited parking but we went around 1pm and had no issues finding a spot. Paid $10 in total to access (the state park charges $5 separately from the main beach entrance of $5). A bunch of the upper parking areas have no beach access right now due to bird nesting. The bugs were annoying, and unbearable once the sun stopped shining on our spot. Greenhead fly bites pinched! Wish we brought bug spray.

Located on the southern end of Plum Island, it truly is a gem of a spot. At low tide, ideal for kids playing in tidal pools. Nice Sandy beach. Outhouse at parking area. Small parking lot fills up quickly(lot of empty spots at 9 am Tuesday on July 18, 2023). Buy a season pass at the gate house (annual is $20). They will post signs if Sandy Point is filled, allowing you entrance to the major beach just on the left. Other beaches and parking areas are closed during bird nesting periods. Good nature trails and bird observation platforms. Green heads were a problem for us, even with a wind. Expect your auto to get dusty as the last several miles are packed gravel. Bring an extra bag and feel free to pick-up plastic and other debris that has washed ashore or discarded which is deadly to marine and animal life. We visited P.I again for a picnic on March 13, 2024 and met an aspiring gymnast as seen here. Two vids taken from an observation tower on the way to Sandy Point. Be sure and visit the memorial to “Bill Marble 1876-1953, Outward Bound” etched on a large rock at the edge of the woods.

Beautiful place. Tons of wildlife. No dogs allowed all year round. So quiet and peaceful ☺️

Unspoiled Ipswich beach at confluence of three small rivers where they empty into the Atlantic. Tricky currents. Parking for about 20 cars at end of NWR road. Enter from Newbury.

This is a wonderful State Park, and I visit it often. You have to drive through the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge to get there. A fee is required for the refuge. I have an annual pass, which is the way to go. There is plenty of beach at high and low tide, but I like to be there when the tide is out. Many seagulls visit. Part of the beach is closed during nesting season for Piping Plovers and Least Turns. Emerson Rocks is also a draw. Please pack out any trash you generate to keep this beach pristine.

Awful experience. The owner followed us closely and when I was ready to pay she told me she had been meaning to change the price tag. She quoted me DOUBLE what the written marked tag said. She was inflexible and disingenuous. I declined the purchase and she was rudely saying are you sure? It's a beautiful piece. I was trying to get away politely and she kept talking at me. The price marked clearly was $250 and she told me it would be $500. I have since seen many poor reviews that reflected our experience. I wish I'd read reviews before I went in. VERY disappointed and she was very unprofessional.

Buyer beware, unethical bait-and-switch! Ann had candlesticks priced at $250 but doubled it to $500 at checkout. Here’s what happened: my brother-in-law was holding a candlestick, and Ann mentioned it was part of a pair. He replied, “I know, my wife has the other one.” From that point on, Ann following them around the store as they browsed other items, eventually trailing them to the counter. That’s when she suddenly announced that the candlesticks would cost more than what was listed on the price tag, claiming she had moved them from another store and wanted to raise the price but “hadn’t had the time.” My sister-in-law asked what the new price was. Ann didn’t even know. She had to ask what the price tag showed. When my sister-in-law told her it was $250, Ann declared, “They are now $500.” She literally doubled the price on the spot. Where did she come up with double when she didn't have a clue what they were worth without knowing what the price tag showed? At $500 they were overpriced, so my sister-in-law didn’t buy them. There are so many red flags here. Even if I take Ann’s excuse at face value, that she “intended” to change the price, she essentially admitted she knowingly put them on the floor with the wrong price. She had plenty of opportunities to say something earlier, especially when she first approached my brother-in-law about the candlesticks or when she hovered over them as they browsed the shop with candlesticks in hand. But she didn’t. She only hiked the price once they were ready to pay, which feels manipulative and dishonest. After this experience, I read several other reviews where Ann reportedly pulled similar price-switching tactics on other customers. When it comes to antiques, trust in the seller is absolutely essential. Based on my experience, I do not trust Ann and I won’t be shopping at her overpriced flea market again.

Owner seemed nice enough I guess, even if a little snooty. But EVERYTHING I was interested was WAY overpriced. Asked to look at a sterling silver necklace because I couldn’t see the price and wanted to examine the piece further. The tag said $185 and she said, but that’s just for the chain and doesn’t include the pendant. What? It wasn’t particularly large, heavy, or unusual in any way. So I had to pass on that piece. I asked to look at another piece and I remember thinking, okay that’s a reasonable price. Just as I was having that thought she said, oh well that’s not the price anymore with the price of silver right now. I asked, to clarify, “so the price is not the price on the tag?” She said no with the price of silver now I can’t sell it for the price of yesteryear. I said well if you bought it in yesteryear… she then said, well I have to replace it. What?? You don’t replace items in antique stores, you acquire new inventory… If you want to raise prices update price tags, if you haven’t done that honor your prices… Final straw was an unpriced item. I asked how much she wanted, she said $125. I asked if it was sterling, she said I don’t think it’s marked, it’s old. I asked if she acid tests her items and she scoffed and said no. Also scoffed and seemed not to know what verdigris was. All of this was after I heard her tell another guest that she “never lowers prices.” Only reason I gave this place two stars is because my husband found a few records for a reasonable price. I would not return.

Great shop! Way bigger than my it looks from the outside. Ann was so nice as was her little dog we almost didn't even notice. They even had little snacks and drinks set up. We all found something to take home.

Very large store with interesting items

Shop owner Ann makes your feel welcome the second you walk in the door and is very accommodating. There is a whole room dedicated to antique jewelry (lots of sterling silver) and lots of scarves and hats. Store is big on the inside, taking up almost the whole block.

Extremely disappointing. High prices, not welcoming, and rude. Watch out for Ann - not only will she try to increase the price of the items you find, she'll then try to convince you should buy it anyway. UNPROFESSIONAL and UNETHICAL. There are many other shops that want your business, I recommend avoiding this one.

A lovely waterway for kayak or canoeing. Charming, the way it snakes through the towns

Great day at Ould Newbury! Greens and fairways in great shape. Suggestion to help those new to the course would be to have more signage to the next hole. Plus a marker on the few fairways that are blind shots. Example: 2nd hole we were actually aiming for the wrong green. When we came around to the green we were mistakenly driving to, the group on 2 did the same thing. We had lunch on the deck; burgers, subs, salad and cocktails...all good! *View of the 9th green from the deck. "Watch out for errant balls."

I called and made a Tee time for 8:40 am When I spoke to the Pro shop at no time did they tell me that only 8 holes were open and we could not play 18 parking was a nightmare no direct access to the pro-shop the road was under construction they did reduce the green fee $36 dollars for 8 holes including the cart not much of a deal . I won’t be frequenting Olde Newburyport again on the plus side they have a beautiful dog named Jax

Beautiful course & the pub is very good. Friday dinner has limited menu. Friendly people and our server, Emily, was excellent.

Had me at hello. When driving diwn old rt1ski you would expect to find a few things...... Well kept ✔ Kinda friendly sure 1/2 ✔. This was me first day here and boy did they get me good. Presentation is fine, club also. As for forthright, not so much. Good business and good 9 holes are not always equal.

Scenic and challenging 9-hole course. Due to its proximity near a marsh, can get a bit buggy. Friendly staff, easy to find, charming club house.

Great little 9 hole course. Would have been 5 stars but some closed tee boxes.

Great plush course, very friendly staff. The course is in great shape, and the greens are gorgeous. Don't miss this one! (She's a gem)